County of San Mateo, CA
Perioperative Nurse - Operating Room (Open & Promotional)
County of San Mateo, CA, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409
Salary :
$149,593.60 - $176,779.20 Annually Location :
County of San Mateo, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
F034G Department:
San Mateo Medical Center Opening Date:
03/11/2025 Closing Date:
3/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit:
25
Description
San Mateo Medical Center , a Division of San Mateo County Health, isseeking experienced
Perioperative Nurses
for the Operating Room !
Through growth and change, the San Mateo Medical Center remains committed to providing quality medical care to meet the health needs of the community. Our commitment is to provide quality care with a compassionate touch, and we strive to help you maintain a balance between work and family. San Mateo Medical Center, a 509-bed integrated care facility, has been providing healthcare to our community and surrounding service area since 1930.
We are currently seeking motivated and experienced
Perioperative Nurses for our state-of-the art Surgical Department.
Under supervision,
Operating Room Nurses
will ensure safety in the
Operating Room
for surgeons and patients, scrubbing and circulating. You will provide healthcare instructions to patient and family, maintain accurate and continued nursing documentation, including patient histories, observations, condition and assessment of changes. You will administer and control medications and narcotics, including IV fluids and blood administration. You must have mastery of departmental equipment and technology.
The
ideal candidate
will possess the following:
At least two years of experience in the Operating Room of an acute care hospital. Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Experience working with procedural/conscious sedation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. Is knowledgeable in nursing care in the following areas: Patients having surgery in the following areas: General surgery GYN Orthopedics Neuro ENT Urology Plastics Vascular surgery Patients receiving:
General anesthesia Spinal/epidural anesthesia Monitored anesthesia care (MAC) Procedural sedation Please note this position is not intended for Nurse Graduates.
Critical Care Experience is preferred for these positions. NOTE:
The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties
Operating Room Nurse Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :
Perform intraoperative nursing duties. Collect, interpret, record, and communicate pertinent data relevant to the patient's care. Determine medical or psychiatric emergency need and provide intervention. Assist in the positioning of patients for surgery. Transfer patients to and from bed, gurney and/or operating table. Organize and coordinate schedules based on changes to patient status, the environment and procedures being administered. protecting the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, laser, mechanical, and thermal sources. performing accounting procedures to protect the patient from unintended retained surgical items. performing interventions necessary to ensure that the patient's procedure is performed on the correct site, side, and level. managing the patient's specimens according to organizational policy and procedures. communicating the patient's current status to relevant parties throughout the continuum of care. administering medications safely and correctly. performing interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to normothermia at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative period. Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification:
A valid California license as a Registered Nurse.
Possession and maintenance of BLS certification. Possession and maintenance of ACLS certification within three months of hire. Knowledge of:
Nurse Practice Act. Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Safety and infection control practices. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Skill/Ability to:
Nurse Practice Act. Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting. Comply with clinical procedures and policies. Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships. Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background. Work harmoniously with other personnel. Follow safety practices. Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. Bend, kneel and squat as needed. Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Work in a busy environment.
Application/Examination
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.
Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in the County of San Mateo, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT :
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
"Apply"
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Deadline to Apply:
March 25, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: March 27, 2025
Combined Panel/Departmental Interview: April 9 and/or 10, 2025 About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. Analyst: Carolyn Burns (031125) (Perioperative Nurse - F034) Please visit for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification. Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change. NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you. County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked. 01
IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.
Proceed to supplemental questions.
02
Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse is required to qualify for this recruitment.
Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse?
(Please include your license number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application. A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)
Yes No
03
Possession of each of the following life support certificates is required to be employed as an
Operating Room
Nurse:
Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 3 months of hire.
Which of these certificates do you currently possess?
(Please include information on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application.)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Life Support (PALS) None of the above
04
Please describe the education, training, skills, and experience that qualify you for a position as a
Perioperative Nurse in the Operating Room.
Please include specific certificates, skills and setting
(Acute Care Hospital/Ambulatory Surgery Center/Outpatient Surgery Clinic/During an Internship or Preceptorship/in a Classroom or Academic Setting/No Experience, but willing to learn).
Be specific. 05
Perioperative Nurse Operating Room Experience
- How much Operating Room experience do you have?
3 years or more More than 2 years but less than 3 years Less than 1 year Never, but willing to learn
06
Operating Room Experience
- Considering your previous work experience, education and training,
in what context / environment
did you most often perform the above experience?
Acute Care Hospital Ambulatory Surgery Center Outpatient Surgery Clinic During an internship, externship or preceptorship In a classroom or academic setting No experience, but willing to learn
07
Operating Room Experience
- List employers or references to verify your responses to Questions 4-6. Include the following information: (a) name of the employer or reference, (b) name of the supervisor or manager, (c) address, and (d) telephone number. (Please note that your responses should be consistent with the information in your standard San Mateo County application and may be subject to verification. This item is for information only and will not be rated.) Required Question
$149,593.60 - $176,779.20 Annually Location :
County of San Mateo, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
F034G Department:
San Mateo Medical Center Opening Date:
03/11/2025 Closing Date:
3/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit:
25
Description
San Mateo Medical Center , a Division of San Mateo County Health, isseeking experienced
Perioperative Nurses
for the Operating Room !
Through growth and change, the San Mateo Medical Center remains committed to providing quality medical care to meet the health needs of the community. Our commitment is to provide quality care with a compassionate touch, and we strive to help you maintain a balance between work and family. San Mateo Medical Center, a 509-bed integrated care facility, has been providing healthcare to our community and surrounding service area since 1930.
We are currently seeking motivated and experienced
Perioperative Nurses for our state-of-the art Surgical Department.
Under supervision,
Operating Room Nurses
will ensure safety in the
Operating Room
for surgeons and patients, scrubbing and circulating. You will provide healthcare instructions to patient and family, maintain accurate and continued nursing documentation, including patient histories, observations, condition and assessment of changes. You will administer and control medications and narcotics, including IV fluids and blood administration. You must have mastery of departmental equipment and technology.
The
ideal candidate
will possess the following:
At least two years of experience in the Operating Room of an acute care hospital. Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Experience working with procedural/conscious sedation. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be comfortable working in a high-pressure environment. Is knowledgeable in nursing care in the following areas: Patients having surgery in the following areas: General surgery GYN Orthopedics Neuro ENT Urology Plastics Vascular surgery Patients receiving:
General anesthesia Spinal/epidural anesthesia Monitored anesthesia care (MAC) Procedural sedation Please note this position is not intended for Nurse Graduates.
Critical Care Experience is preferred for these positions. NOTE:
The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Examples Of Duties
Operating Room Nurse Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :
Perform intraoperative nursing duties. Collect, interpret, record, and communicate pertinent data relevant to the patient's care. Determine medical or psychiatric emergency need and provide intervention. Assist in the positioning of patients for surgery. Transfer patients to and from bed, gurney and/or operating table. Organize and coordinate schedules based on changes to patient status, the environment and procedures being administered. protecting the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, laser, mechanical, and thermal sources. performing accounting procedures to protect the patient from unintended retained surgical items. performing interventions necessary to ensure that the patient's procedure is performed on the correct site, side, and level. managing the patient's specimens according to organizational policy and procedures. communicating the patient's current status to relevant parties throughout the continuum of care. administering medications safely and correctly. performing interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to normothermia at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative period. Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification:
A valid California license as a Registered Nurse.
Possession and maintenance of BLS certification. Possession and maintenance of ACLS certification within three months of hire. Knowledge of:
Nurse Practice Act. Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Safety and infection control practices. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment. Skill/Ability to:
Nurse Practice Act. Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting. Comply with clinical procedures and policies. Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships. Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background. Work harmoniously with other personnel. Follow safety practices. Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. Bend, kneel and squat as needed. Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Work in a busy environment.
Application/Examination
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.
Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in the County of San Mateo, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT :
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
"Apply"
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Deadline to Apply:
March 25, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: March 27, 2025
Combined Panel/Departmental Interview: April 9 and/or 10, 2025 About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. Analyst: Carolyn Burns (031125) (Perioperative Nurse - F034) Please visit for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification. Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change. NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you. County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked. 01
IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.
Proceed to supplemental questions.
02
Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse is required to qualify for this recruitment.
Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse?
(Please include your license number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application. A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)
Yes No
03
Possession of each of the following life support certificates is required to be employed as an
Operating Room
Nurse:
Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 3 months of hire.
Which of these certificates do you currently possess?
(Please include information on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application.)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Life Support (PALS) None of the above
04
Please describe the education, training, skills, and experience that qualify you for a position as a
Perioperative Nurse in the Operating Room.
Please include specific certificates, skills and setting
(Acute Care Hospital/Ambulatory Surgery Center/Outpatient Surgery Clinic/During an Internship or Preceptorship/in a Classroom or Academic Setting/No Experience, but willing to learn).
Be specific. 05
Perioperative Nurse Operating Room Experience
- How much Operating Room experience do you have?
3 years or more More than 2 years but less than 3 years Less than 1 year Never, but willing to learn
06
Operating Room Experience
- Considering your previous work experience, education and training,
in what context / environment
did you most often perform the above experience?
Acute Care Hospital Ambulatory Surgery Center Outpatient Surgery Clinic During an internship, externship or preceptorship In a classroom or academic setting No experience, but willing to learn
07
Operating Room Experience
- List employers or references to verify your responses to Questions 4-6. Include the following information: (a) name of the employer or reference, (b) name of the supervisor or manager, (c) address, and (d) telephone number. (Please note that your responses should be consistent with the information in your standard San Mateo County application and may be subject to verification. This item is for information only and will not be rated.) Required Question